2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2737 mm |
